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P653 HMG

1997 Suzuki Vitara

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,756 mi
Last recorded103,756 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Vitara80,904 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 HMG
MakeSuzuki
ModelVitara
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2019 103,756 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2019 103,756 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 7 Mar 2019 101,452 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner under sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 1nner under sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2019 101,452 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner under sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 1nner under sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 99,318 miles

Nearside inner under and outer sills corroded

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded And nearside rear and front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside inner under and outer sill corroded

Rear fuel pipes corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 98,028 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front door difficult to open from inside

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel pipes corroded

o/s and n/s sills corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2016 95,906 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust corroded

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2015 93,652 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Feb 2015 93,652 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 88,035 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 82,139 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 79,788 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 78,024 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 76,212 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 73,086 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 70,258 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 65,545 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 56,479 miles

Rear number lpate has a small crack.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Vitara?

Based on 810,456 MOT tests across 108,223 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,330
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
108,223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,457
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,446
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,368
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 22,812
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,882
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P653 HMG is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Vitara models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 80,904 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Vitara fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,457 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P653 HMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Vitara typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Vitara is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P653 HMG registered?

P653 HMG is a 1997 Suzuki Vitara, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P653 HMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P653 HMG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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